Romains - Caput 14

Romains 14.1 infirmum autem in fide adsumite non in disceptationibus cogitationum Romains 14.2 alius enim credit manducare omnia qui autem infirmus est holus manducat Romains 14.3 is qui manducat non manducantem non spernat et qui non manducat manducantem non iudicet Deus enim illum adsumpsit Romains 14.4 tu quis es qui iudices alienum servum suo domino stat aut cadit stabit autem potens est enim Deus statuere illum Romains 14.5 nam alius iudicat diem plus inter diem alius iudicat omnem diem unusquisque in suo sensu abundet Romains 14.6 qui sapit diem Domino sapit et qui manducat Domino manducat gratias enim agit Deo et qui non manducat Domino non manducat et gratias agit Deo Romains 14.7 nemo enim nostrum sibi vivit et nemo sibi moritur Romains 14.8 sive enim vivimus Domino vivimus sive morimur Domino morimur sive ergo vivimus sive morimur Domini sumus Romains 14.9 in hoc enim Christus et mortuus est et revixit ut et mortuorum et vivorum dominetur Romains 14.10 tu autem quid iudicas fratrem tuum aut tu quare spernis fratrem tuum omnes enim stabimus ante tribunal Dei Romains 14.11 scriptum est enim vivo ego dicit Dominus quoniam mihi flectet omne genu et omnis lingua confitebitur Deo Romains 14.12 itaque unusquisque nostrum pro se rationem reddet Deo Romains 14.13 non ergo amplius invicem iudicemus sed hoc iudicate magis ne ponatis offendiculum fratri vel scandalum Romains 14.14 scio et confido in Domino Iesu quia nihil commune per ipsum nisi ei qui existimat quid commune esse illi commune est Romains 14.15 si enim propter cibum frater tuus contristatur iam non secundum caritatem ambulas noli cibo tuo illum perdere pro quo Christus mortuus est Romains 14.16 non ergo blasphemetur bonum nostrum Romains 14.17 non est regnum Dei esca et potus sed iustitia et pax et gaudium in Spiritu Sancto Romains 14.18 qui enim in hoc servit Christo placet Deo et probatus est hominibus Romains 14.19 itaque quae pacis sunt sectemur et quae aedificationis sunt in invicem Romains 14.20 noli propter escam destruere opus Dei omnia quidem munda sunt sed malum est homini qui per offendiculum manducat Romains 14.21 bonum est non manducare carnem et non bibere vinum neque in quo frater tuus offendit aut scandalizatur aut infirmatur Romains 14.22 tu fidem habes penes temet ipsum habe coram Deo beatus qui non iudicat semet ipsum in eo quo probat Romains 14.23 qui autem discernit si manducaverit damnatus est quia non ex fide omne autem quod non ex fide peccatum est

Romains : Caput 14

Christian Liberty and Brotherly Judgment according to Romans 14

Chapter 14 of the Epistle to the Romans addresses crucial themes concerning Christian liberty and judgment among brothers. In our journey of faith, knowing how to handle differences of opinion within the Church is essential. The Apostle Paul addresses practical issues such as diet and the observance of special days, while emphasizing the importance of individual conscience and mutual respect.

This passage invites us to promote unity in diversity, encouraging every believer not to judge one another but to seek mutual edification. To this end, let us consider five biblical passages that resonate deeply with the themes of this illuminating chapter.

1. 1 Corinthians 8:9

"But be careful lest the exercise of your freedom become a stumbling block for the weak." This verse reflects the principle Paul develops in Romans 14, emphasizing the importance of considering brothers and sisters in Christ who are more vulnerable in their faith.

2. Colossians 2:16

"Therefore, let no one judge you in what you eat or drink, or in respect of any holy day, or in observance of the new moon, or of the Sabbath." In this verse, Paul addresses similar issues to those in Romans 14, emphasizing Christian freedom in non-essential matters.

3. 1 Corinthians 10:31

"Therefore, whether you eat or drink, or do anything else, do all to the glory of God." This principle aptly summarizes Paul's argument in Romans 14, teaching us to approach controversial issues with a heart devoted to divine glory.

4. James 4:12

"There is only one Lawgiver and Judge, who is able to save and destroy. But who are you to judge your neighbor?" James recalls Paul's teaching in Romans 14:4, urging us not to judge other people's servants, for only God has the right to judge.

5. Mark 7:19

"Why does it not enter your heart, but your stomach, and then be eliminated? (By saying this, Jesus declared all foods clean.)" This statement by Jesus underlies the freedom Paul speaks of in Romans 14 regarding dietary restrictions.

In conclusion, it is crucial for us, as a community of believers, to cultivate a spirit of understanding and respect in the face of differences of opinion. May our commitment to Christ inspire us to grow together in love and unity.